Rai storms to maiden major with stunning PGA Championship win
England’s Aaron Rai stormed to a maiden major title after completing a sensational three-shot victory in the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club.
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Beverley Martyn, Whose Folk Music Breakthrough Took 50 Years, Dies at 79
Beverley Martyn in 1999. As a promising young singer, she performed at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967 and met stars like Peter Fonda and Janis Joplin. But she put her career on hold for decades.
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'This may be the last time you hear my voice': Political executions surge in Iran since start of war
Since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners.
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Inside the 'kill-zone' on Ukraine's front line, where new weapons have transformed war
Machines are increasingly replacing humans on the front line, but troops are still vital for defending territory.
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Campaigners threaten legal action over UK-US deal on prices NHS pays for drugs
Two campaign groups claim that change to how NHS treatments are approved amounts to ‘unlawful power grab’Campaigners against the UK’s controversial drug pricing deal with Donald Trump are threateni...
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David Lammy promises 25% cut in number of children jailed while they await trial
Justice secretary’s white paper will overhaul youth justice rules and could end lifelong criminal records for under-18sDavid Lammy has promised to cut the number of children kept in jail while they...
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From escaping child marriage 'to an old pervert' to becoming Sierra Leone's first lady
BBC World Service exclusive: the private world of one of Africa's most powerful political women.
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Two gloves, one major - England's Rai wins US PGA title
England's Aaron Rai wins the first major title of his career with a magnificent final-round 65 in the US PGA Championship at Aronimink.
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Peter G. Neumann, Who Warned of Computer Security Risks, Dies at 93
Dr. Peter G. Neumann in 2012 outside his office at SRI International. At 93, he was still working full time on advanced computer security design, which is being adopted by companies such as Google...
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He’s Forging the Future of War
Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s defense minister. is pushing the military to adopt technology more quickly.
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Israel kills five in Lebanon after ‘ceasefire’ with Hezbollah extended
At least five people have been killed in Israeli air attacks on several locations in southern and eastern Lebanon.
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Apple’s Siri revamp could include auto-deleting chats
Privacy will be a major theme when Apple unveils a new version of Siri.
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DRC struggling to contain ebola outbreak as cases spread
The Democratic Republic of Congo has faced repeated Ebola outbreaks.
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Will the latest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda spread further?
The World Health Organization declares the epidemic a global health emergency.
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O'Sullivan beats Brecel to win Snooker 900 title
Ronnie O'Sullivan hits five centuries as he beats Luca Brecel 10-5 to win the Snooker 900 Global Championship final.
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Why trust is a big question at the Elon Musk-OpenAI trial
A big theme in the trial’s final days was whether OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is trustworthy.
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Trump warns 'clock is ticking' for Iran as peace progress stalls
Iranian media reports the US has not made concrete concessions in response to Tehran's latest proposals.
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Israel kills three Palestinians in strike on an aid kitchen in Gaza
Israel bombed a kitchen that provided meals to the displaced in Gaza, killing three and injuring others.
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Neymar furious as he is wrongly substituted
Neymar was involved in a furious row with officials after Santos claimed the forward had been wrongly substituted in their 3-0 defeat by Coritiba - a day before Brazil announce their World Cup squad.
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Fernandes equals assist record as Man Utd beat Forest
Bruno Fernandes earns his 20th Premier League assist of the season, equalling the record set by Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry, as Manchester United defeat Nottingham Forest 3-2 in their final h...
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Farm Fatale review – freaky scarecrows make hay out of climate crisis
Southbank Centre, LondonBetween a sci-fi concert for eggs and an interview with a bee, the scarecrow broadcasters in Philippe Quesne’s oddball performance piece make the case for art as salvation a...
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'I haven't decided yet' - Silva on Fulham future
Fulham boss Marco Silva, who is out of contract this summer, says he has not yet decided whether he will sign a new contract with the club.
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Andy Burnham faces perilous race to win Makerfield byelection, allies say
Reform, which won more than 50% of the local election vote, is likely to focus heavily on immigration and BrexitAndy Burnham faces a perilous race to win the Makerfield seat, his allies have warned...
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Sinner beats Ruud in Rome final to complete 'Golden Masters'
Jannik Sinner became the first Italian man to win the Italian Open for 50 years by beating Casper Ruud 6-4 6-4 in Sunday's Rome final.
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Peruvian authorities confirm Fujimori and Sanchez advance to runoff
Candidates will face off on June 7 election after first round of voting marred by logistical errors, fraud allegations.
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Scottish rugby great Hastings dies aged 61
Scottish rugby great Scott Hastings has died at the age of 61.
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England snuff out spirited France to clinch Six Nations
England combine nerve and accuracy to overcome France and a raucous record crowd and clinch their eight successive Women's Six Nations title in Bordeaux.
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France listening to 10 ‘new’ suspected victims of Epstein: Prosecutor
French magistrates investigate possible offences involving French perpetrators who facilitated Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
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What Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy's primary loss says about Trump's grip on the GOP
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy's primary loss in Louisiana shows the power of President Trump's opposition. It also highlights the importance of voting rules and maps.
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Sudanese army advances in Blue Nile state deepen displacement crisis
The Sudanese army has made advances in Blue Nile state, with renewed fighting forcing families into overcrowded camps
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London mayor criticises plans for north of England bid to host Olympics
Excluding capital would be ‘missed opportunity’, says Sadiq Khan, given existing assets and ‘world-class infrastructure’The mayor of London has criticised plans to explore a bid for the north of En...
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Iran energy crisis enters new phase as peak summer season looms
Emergency measures spread as oil stockpiles run low
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The looming energy crunch
Supply squeeze due to the Iran war will get worse before it gets better
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If you’re giving a commencement speech in 2026, maybe don’t mention AI
It's tough to get graduating students excited about a future shaped by artificial intelligence.
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Three community kitchen workers among five killed by Israel in Gaza
Israeli attacks on Gaza have killed at least 871 Palestinians since the so-called ceasefire started last year.
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Where does UK-EU relationship stand and how might bid to rejoin bloc be received?
Labour leadership contender Wes Streeting calls Brexit a ‘catastrophic mistake’ while Andy Burnham sees ‘long-term case’ for rejoining EUWes Streeting, who resigned as the health secretary last wee...
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The Guardian view on policing the internet: Ofcom must pusher harder on illegal content | Editorial
Jess Phillips’ frustration about online safety highlights the alarming reluctance to confront big techThe £950,000 fine imposed by Ofcom on a US-based suicide forum that is implicated in over 160 U...
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Scotland rugby great Hastings dies at 61
One of Scotland's best and most loved rugby union players, Scott Hastings, has died at 61.
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DRC faces deadly Ebola resurgence amid worsening humanitarian crisis
The new Ebola outbreak has been reported in the towns of Rwampara, Mongwalu, and Bunia in northeastern DRC
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TechCrunch Mobility: The AI skills arms race is coming for automotive
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
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UAE reports drone strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant
The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it says came from its western border.
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US college graduates face harsh job market amid economic uncertainty
Gov't funding cuts, war, tariffs and AI advancements intensify competition among recent graduates seeking stable jobs.
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Why Alonso will bring 'clear identity' to Chelsea
BBC Sport pundits Dion Dublin, Steph Houghton and Paul Robinson discuss what makes Xabi Alonso a "good fit" for Chelsea, after the Spaniard was announced as the Premier League club's new manager on...
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Riders hospitalised after high-speed MotoGP crashes
Riders Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco are taken to hospital after high-speed crashes at the Catalonia MotoGP in a race won by Fabio di Giannantonio.
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Richmond-upon-Thames: The borough with no opposition
Liberal Democrats won every single seat in Richmond-upon-Thames at the local election, but is that good for democracy?
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Ireland thrash Scotland in front of record crowd
Ireland finish their Six Nations campaign in style with a dominant 54-0 victory over Scotland in front of a record attendance at the Aviva Stadium.
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What to know about Panama at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Panama are World Cup-bound for a second time in eight years, but in 2026, they're not there to just make up the numbers.
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What should win this year’s International Booker?
Political oppression in Tehran, a witch’s tale from France, a film-maker in Nazi Germany … we weigh up the contenders for the International Booker prize 2026This year’s International Booker prize...
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PGA Championship: Final round under way with congested leaderboard LIVE!
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For Eclipse, the $2.5B Cerebras win is just the start of realizing its physical-world thesis
Investing in the real world was lonely for Lior Susan 10 years ago. Now his firm finds itself at the center of the tech world's action.
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Is Fernandes most creative Premier League player ever?
Bruno Fernandes has equalled the record for most assists in a Premier League season - BBC Sport looks at where he ranks as a creator.
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'We wanted to end on a high' - Carrick
Michael Carrick wanted to "end on a high" by beating Nottingham Forest at Manchester United's last match at Old Trafford for the season.
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Bruno equals PL assist record as controversial Cunha goal secures Man Utd third place
FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Manchester United’s match against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.
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Runoff in Peru Offers Two Starkly Differing Visions for the Nation
Keiko Fujimori, the leader of the Popular Force Party, at a campaign rally last month in Lima, Peru.
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Red Roses beat France to clinch record eighth Six Nations title in a row
England's Red Roses secured a record-extending eighth Women's Six Nations title in a row, performing brilliantly to beat France 43-28 in Sunday's Grand Slam decider in Bordeaux.
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Bruno's record equaling 20th assist! Mbeumo delicately finishes Fernandes' cross!
Bruno Fernandes gets his record-equaling 20th assist as Bryan Mbeumo delicately finishes the Manchester United captains' cross
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Verstappen plans Nurburgring return after reliability costs him chance at win
Max Verstappen says he plans to return to the Nurburgring 24 Hours in the future after a late reliability issue for his car cost him a chance at winning the iconic race in Germany.
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Wales take wooden spoon as Italy cruise to victory
Wales take the Women's Six Nations wooden spoon after falling to a 43-24 defeat by Italy in their final match of the 2026 tournament.
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Anne-Sophie Mutter review – star violinist celebrates 50 years in brilliant style
The Barbican, LondonMutter’s anniversary tour opened with a programme of Beethoven, André Previn and – ever a champion of new music – the European premiere of Aftab Darvishi’s Likoo, a rhapsodic la...
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New wave of Israeli strikes pound Lebanon despite ceasefire
New wave of Israeli strikes pound Lebanon despite ceasefire
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How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo?
An outbreak in DR Congo has been declared a health emergency, with almost 250 suspected cases reported.
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Italy condemn Wales to another Six Nations Wooden Spoon
Wales suffer another Six Nations clean sweep after losing to Italy, a result which extends their winless run to a record nine Tests.
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Great Britain fall to champions United States
Great Britain are beaten 5-1 by reigning champions United States at the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championship in Switzerland.
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Title decider not cut short by pitch invasion - SPFL
The SPFL confirms Celtic's title-clinching victory over Hearts did not end prematurely, while condemning the pitch invasion after Celtic's third goal.
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Pro-Palestine protest held at oldest colonial building in South Africa
To commemorate the Nakba, protesters in Cape Town staged a demonstration in solidarity with Palestinians.
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Readers reply: Which organisms are most beneficial to humans without us realising?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific and philosophical conceptsThis week’s question: You...
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The American epoch of oil is collapsing. What comes next could be ugly | Jonathan Watts
China is dominating the energy transition with astonishing result, while fossil fuel fascists in the US try to turn back the clock“Farewell,” the flag-waving Chinese children chanted to Donald Trum...
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Lammens denies Gibbs-White equaliser before Mbeumo strikes post after counter-attack!
Lammens denies Morgan Gibbs-White an equaliser before Bryan Mbeumo strikes the post after a dangerous counter-attack!
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC a global health emergency
An Ebola outbreak caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain has killed dozens in Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Shaw half-volley strike gives Man Utd early lead!
A Luke Shaw half-volley strike gives Man Utd early lead against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.
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Bus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fight
Thousands of people rallied Saturday in Montgomery, Alabama, to push back against conservative states' efforts to dismantle congressional districts that helped secure Black political representation.
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Britten Sinfonia: Britten in America review – delightful music from a fruitful vacation
Kings Place, LondonThis was a virtuosic, witty performance of a mixed programme of works mostly by Benjamin Britten and Aaron Copland, who spent the summer of 1939 together in WoodstockAn internati...
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Burnham plays down rejoining the EU after Streeting advocates reversing Brexit
Cabinet minister Lisa Nandy criticises ex-health secretary for his ‘sudden focus on Europe’
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Israel comes second at Eurovision amid boycotts and backlash
Bulgaria won Eurovision, pushing Israel into second place amid boycotts and protests over Israel’s war on Gaza.
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Whatever happens with the leadership, Labour must tackle the issue of social care head-on | Heather Stewart
The challenge of how to look after an ageing population has been ducked by politicians for too longIf a new Labour leader wants to underline their determination to wrestle with Britain’s political...
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Mother Courage and her Children review – moving, funny and savage portrait of life during wartime
Shakespeare’s Globe, LondonForgoing Brecht’s usual distanciation, Anna Jordan’s new translation and Michelle Terry’s lovable performance bring out the humanity of a woman doing what’s necessary to...
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC, Uganda a global emergency: What to know
DRC outbreak causes more than 80 deaths and spreads to neighbouring Uganda.
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Culture secretary says Streeting’s call for UK to rejoin EU is ‘odd’
Lisa Nandy told the BBC she did not understand ‘sudden focus on Europe’ from Labour leadership hopefulUK politics live – latest updatesThe UK culture secretary has dismissed calls for Britain to re...
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Paper Tiger review – Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson reunite for heavyweight James Gray saga
The Marriage Story stars team up with Miles Teller for this sombre and impressive story of shady dealings in 80s New YorkWith this muscular, heartfelt and sombre new picture set in 1980s New York,...
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Take Control of Your Debt With These Free Tools
These free debt calculators help you set up payment plans to get back in the black.
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Republican Senator Cassidy loses Louisiana primary after opposing Trump
Bill Cassidy is among seven Republican senators who voted to convict Trump after the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
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Rodgers, 42, agrees new Steelers contract
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers, 42, opts to continue his NFL career and agrees a new one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to reports.
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The strike that changed the geometry of war
Israel's attacks on Doha and Tehran demonstrate a new capability that may make warfare more unpredictable.
aljazeera.com
Two Nepali Sherpa climbers break own records on Mount Everest
Kami Rita Sherpa sets new record with 32nd summit as Lhakpa Sherpa breaks her own women's record with 11th summit.
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‘Green card for the planet’? Fifa’s World Cup is on pace to be a climate catastrophe
The 2022 World Cup failed to deliver on its environmental promises. From air travel emissions to heat-related dangers, the 2026 edition will be even worseSoccer fans are increasingly watching prepa...
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Epstein, Iran and AI slop: inside the wild Trump vs Massie fight in Kentucky
Primary race is test of president’s hold over Republicans — and the reach of his billionaire allies
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Stage Kiss review – behind-the-scenes romcom is charming but slippery
Hampstead theatre, LondonA first love is rekindled on stage and off in Sarah Ruhl’s metatheatrical romance and farcical send-up of hammy old musicalsIt doesn’t take long for the protagonists of Sar...
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Egyptian teen Amina Orfi beats El-Sherbini to win PSA world squash title
Orfi, 18, beats compatriot Nour El-Sherbini in a five-set thriller to win the PSA World Championship title in Giza.
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The First Atomic Bomb Test in 1945 Created an Entirely New Material
The discovery from the Trinity nuclear test site shows how extreme conditions can result in materials never before seen in nature or in the lab.
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Monaghan will 'relish' playing Armagh - McGrane
Seven-time Ulster Championship winner Paul McGrane believes that Monaghan will "have no fear" facing Armagh in Sunday's Ulster Senior Football final.
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At least four killed in Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia
Russian authorities say three people killed in the Moscow region and one in Belgorod in Ukrainian attacks.
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How Birding Apps Are Boosting Tourism in the World’s Top Bird Destination
Samantha Giraldo and Bibiana Acevedo looking for birds in Los Guácharos nature preserve in Jardín, Colombia.
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In Iraqi Desert, Two Israeli Outposts Were Kept Secret for Months
A shepherd with his herd in the Najaf desert in southwestern Iran on Tuesday. Israel operated at least two secret outposts in the desert during the war with Iran.
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The Iran War Is Crippling One of the World’s Wealthiest Nations
Qatar has tried to transform itself into a tourist destination and a hub for international business and finance.
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‘It’s not healthy for me to be doing so much’: from Adolescence to His Dark Materials, how Jack Thorne took over TV
He has made smash hit shows for Netflix and has adapted Harry Potter for the stage. Yet the in-demand writer’s latest show Falling is new territory for him – a love storyI hear Jack Thorne before I...
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Erdogan Wants Turkey to Have More Babies. Few Parents Are Listening.
A family visiting Miniaturk, a theme park in Istanbul. Living costs have undermined efforts to increase fertility rates.
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Al Jazeera reports from Strait of Hormuz on Iran’s plan to manage shipping
Al Jazeera’s Tohid Asadi reports from the strait and explains Tehran’s newest plan to manage shipping.
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Bulgaria wins Eurovision for first time; Israel comes second amid boycott
Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia stage biggest political boycott in Eurovision history over Gaza war.
aljazeera.com
Sardar Azmoun left out as Iran announce World Cup 2026 squad
Veteran striker Azmoun was not named in the 30-man squad, which will be trimmed to 26 by June 1.
aljazeera.com
Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager on four-year deal
Former Real Madrid coach replaces Liam Rosenior at the end of a difficult season for the Premier League club.
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Why Georgia's primary elections carry national significance
Georgia's elections Tuesday include competitive GOP primaries for U.S. Senate and for governor. Meanwhile, Democrats hope an enthusiastic turnout helps them flip two state supreme court seats.
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, who voted to impeach Trump, loses his seat in Louisiana
The Saturday primaries in Louisiana were notable for two main reasons: GOP Senator Bill Cassidy lost his seat and voters were left confused after the governor rescheduled the U.S. House races.
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, who voted to convict Trump, loses his seat in Louisiana
The Saturday primaries in Louisiana were notable for two main reasons: GOP Senator Bill Cassidy lost his seat and voters were left confused after the governor rescheduled the U.S. House races.
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Modest fashion’s global turn
From Instagram to Paris catwalks, modest fashion is booming as the global Muslim market heads toward $433bn by 2028.
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Labour leadership talk ‘froth and nonsense’, says senior minister – UK politics live
Lisa Nandy says no candidate has launched a challenge to Keir Starmer, despite ‘feverish speculation’ around Andy Burnham and Wes StreetingAsked by Trevor Phillips on Sky News why she had not told...
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Victory in 17 seconds! Rousey stops Carano in comeback bout
Ronda Rousey stopped Gina Carano with her signature armbar just 17 seconds into the iconic fighters' mixed martial arts comeback bout on Saturday night.
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Seven countries, one world tour - Williams eyes quadruple
London Lions's British power forward Deane Williams is enjoying his first campaign on home soil following a career overseas.
bbc.com
Large-scale Ukrainian drone attack kills three in Moscow region, says Russia
In Ukraine, local officials report eight injured in overnight Russian drone strikes and shelling.
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Iran war day 79: Tehran to unveil Hormuz toll plan; Israel bombs Lebanon
Iran says it will soon reveal the plan as Trump warns Tehran it will have a 'very bad time' if deal not reached soon.
aljazeera.com
Scientists reverse Alzheimer’s in mice with breakthrough nanotechnology
A new nanotechnology treatment reversed Alzheimer’s symptoms in mice by restoring the brain’s natural cleanup system. The specially engineered nanoparticles helped clear toxic amyloid proteins from...
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Plaid Cymru has forged a brand of inclusive nationalism. That's why it beat Reform in Wales | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
Growing up in Gwynedd, I was made to feel not ‘Welsh enough’. But things have changed – and the Senedd victory shows the politics of exclusion has no answerPlaid Cymru and its leader, Rhun ap Iorwe...
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‘It was always the way to vote Labour here’: party’s proud Welsh heartland makes a clean break of it
Labour’s sometime safest seat in the UK, birthplace of Aneurin Bevan and Neil Kinnock, last week sent no Labour delegates to the new SeneddReminders of the Labour movement’s roots are inescapable i...
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One clinic tracks the heavy toll Trump's immigration crackdown takes on mental health
Zocalo Health, a clinic in Los Angeles, screens all its patients for depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. It documented a marked increase in those conditions since ICE enforcement actions began.
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, Uganda a global health emergency
DR Congo accounts for all except two of the suspected cases, both of which were reported in neighbouring Uganda.
aljazeera.com
FIFA holds ‘positive’ talks with Iranian football officials on World Cup
FIFA offers solutions for each of Iran's concerns before games in US, Iran's football chief says.
aljazeera.com
Ronaldo's trophy wait continues as Al-Nassr upset in final
Cristiano Ronaldo's wait for a first major trophy with Al-Nassr continues after they are upset 1-0 at home by Gamba Osaka in the AFC Champions League Two final.
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‘They lost a historic opportunity’: Ken Loach laments Your Party infighting
Film-maker and longtime Corbyn ally says ‘poor behaviour’ squandered chance to unite the left in fight against far rightKen Loach has accused Your Party of squandering an opportunity to unite the l...
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W.H.O. Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency
A man is carried from an ambulance as he arrives Monday at a hospital after confirmation of an Ebola outbreak in the Ituri Province of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
nytimes.com
TV tonight: Timothy Spall’s hit murder mystery comedy returns
Quirky crime series Death Valley is back with its unlikely detective duo. Plus: Australian thriller The Family Next Door. Here’s what to watch this evening 8.15pm, BBC One Continue reading...
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The ungovernable country? Why Britain keeps losing prime ministers
May, Johnson, Truss, Sunak, and now perhaps Starmer: each one was brought low for a reason. But what if the deeper problem is the office itself?They were times in which prime ministers seemed to be...
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‘It’s no longer exceptional’: Karachi struggles under brutal new reality of extreme heat
Experts say the unseasonably hot weather across south Asia shows the impact of the climate crisisAn intense and prolonged heatwave has been causing misery for millions across Pakistan and India.In...
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New burn bans and Trump's battle with immigration and DEI are impacting forest fires
Firefighters say setting fires on purpose is one of the best ways to protect against massive wildfires later. But the Trump administration is banning or stalling preventative burning across the U.S.
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Gulf freight rates jump as shipping companies turn to trucks to move cargo
Businesses face thousands of dollars in extra costs, with lorries only able to carry a fraction of the goods
ft.com
Birmingham braces for chaos as multi-party vote leaves council rudderless
Europe’s largest local authority has no leadership after the political scene fragmented in this month’s local elections
ft.com
Chinese AI groups pull ahead of US rivals in video generation race
ByteDance and Kuaishou outshine western rivals, lifting AI video quality across advertising and entertainment
ft.com
Chinese data centre spin-off plans dual IPO in Singapore and US
DayOne aims to raise $5bn using new rules intended to boost Asian listings in city-state
ft.com
Trump-backed challenger defeats Republican senator who voted to convict president
Trump threw his full support behind Julia Letlow in Louisiana's high-stakes contest, branding the incumbent "disloyal".
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Trump-backed challenger defeats two-term Republican senator in primary
President had branded Bill Cassidy of Louisiana ‘disloyal’ for voting to impeach him
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency
The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.
bbc.com
Stunning 150-million-year-old stegosaur skull rewrites dinosaur evolution
A spectacular dinosaur discovery in Spain is giving scientists a rare new look inside the world of stegosaurs. Paleontologists uncovered the best-preserved stegosaur skull ever found in Europe, bel...
sciencedaily.com
Activists troll far-right UK rally with giant pro-immigration clip
Led By Donkeys has snuck a big screen streaming pro-immigration messages into a far-right rally in the UK.
aljazeera.com
Labour leadership jostling puts Brexit back under political spotlight
The UK's relationship with the EU is shaping up as a key issue for a possible Labour leadership contest and the coming by-election in the Makerfield.
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Lights, camera, Bangaranga: Highlights from Eurovision
Bulgarian singer Dara stormed to victory in the contest, while Ukraine broke the record for the longest note ever sung at Eurovision.
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Tunisians rally amid economic crisis and political arrests
Hundreds of Tunisians have marched through the capital to denounce a worsening economic crisis and crackdown on dissent.
aljazeera.com
Woad races into LPGA Tour lead as Hull's title hopes disappear
England's Lottie Woad will take a three-shot lead into the final round of the LPGA Tour's Kroger Queen City Championship in Ohio.
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PGA Championship: R4 pairings and full tee times
Pairings and tee times for the final round of the 108th PGA Championship, held at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.
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New York Magazine reviewing work of writer facing plagiarism allegations
The high-profile writer, who has written a forthcoming book about New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, is being investigated by the magazine after being called out for copying the work of other writers.
npr.org
McIlroy, Rahm and Åberg among stars chasing down Smalley at PGA Championship
Highlights from the third round of the PGA Championship from Aronimink Golf Club as Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and Ludvig Åberg are among the chasing pack with Alex Smalley leading the way at six...
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Iraq’s new PM Ali al-Zaidi formally takes over
Iraq’s new prime minister Ali al‑Zaidi has formally taken office in Baghdad, pledging reforms.
aljazeera.com
Harry Styles review – a genuinely charismatic performer who has pulled off one of the hardest tricks in pop
Johan Cruijff Arena, the NetherlandsStyles’ first stop in his Together, Together tour, which will see him perform lengthy residencies around the world, is a reminder of how talented he isMidway thr...
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Olympics in north of England? 'Multi-city' bid for 2040s to be assessed
A bid to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in the North of England in the 2040s is being planned by the Government after it authorised UK Sport to begin a feasibility study.
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McIlroy, Rahm chasing as Smalley grabs shock lead in bunched major
Alex Smalley tops a congested leaderboard heading into the final day of the PGA Championship, with Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm among the major stars in the chasing pack.
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Iran war live: Tehran plans tolls in Hormuz; Trump warns of ‘very bad time’
Iran to reveal its plan for Strait of Hormuz soon as Israel attacks Lebanon and Gaza, killing and wounding dozens.